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Pichos, Peru
Huancavelica · Peru
Pichos is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 961. Elevation: 10,781 ft (3,286 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 961 |
| Population Density | 48 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,781 ft (3,286 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.2362°, -74.9387° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huancavelica |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.3 inches (1,431 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 159.1 inches (404 cm) |
About Pichos
Pichos is a small town in Peru (Huancavelica) with a population of 961. The city sits at an elevation of 10,781 feet (3,286 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.9°F |
| 2% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,781 ft (3,286 m) |
| Area | 20.2 sq mi (52.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 48/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -12.2362°N, 74.9387°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (1°C) | 4.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 49°F (10°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 53°F (11°C) | 4.1 in |
Pichos has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 35°F in January to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.3") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Pichos
19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 31064 | — | — | — | — |
| IEI 31445 Colpa, Pichos, Tayacaja | — | — | — | — |
| IEP 31445 Colpa, Pichos, Tayacaja | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36452 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Santiago | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30954 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Juan Gutemberg | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31079 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36582 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Leoncio Prado Gutierrez | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31065 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30174 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36643 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30315 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36657 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31066 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31205 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36640 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36446 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Pichos
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Huancayo | peruvian cumbia, pop music | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio 1550, La Radio Joven. Huancayo. 88.9 FM. | rock, alternative | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Clasica Rock&Pop | — | MP3 192 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Pichos
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Pichos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Moya | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Pampas |
Restaurants in Pichos
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Pichos
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Pichos
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Pichos
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Pichos
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Carle Airport | JAU | Medium Airport |
| Huancayo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Imperial Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Pichos
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Sapallanga |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pichos
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia De Carampa |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Pichos
What is the population of Pichos?
Pichos has a population of 961 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 48 people per square mile, spread across 20.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pichos?
Pichos has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.3 inches, with 159.1 inches of snow.